Bill Text: WV SR30 | 2020 | Regular Session | Introduced


Bill Title: Designating February 5, 2020, as Tucker County Day

Spectrum: Bipartisan Bill

Status: (Passed) 2020-02-05 - Completed legislative action [SR30 Detail]

Download: West_Virginia-2020-SR30-Introduced.html

SENATE RESOLUTION 30

(By Senators Smith and Sypolt)

[Introduced February 4, 2020]

 

Designating February 5, 2020, as Tucker County Day at the Legislature.

Whereas, The Tucker County Cultural District Authority was established to promote the cultural, artistic, historical, educational, and recreational opportunities available in Tucker County; and

Whereas, Tucker County is home to two downhill ski areas, one cross country ski center, endless winter activities for all ages, and has established itself as a winter destination; and

Whereas, Tucker County is home to three West Virginia state parks, namely: Canaan Valley Resort State Park; Blackwater Falls State Park; and Fairfax Stone State Park, and Monongahela National Forest; and

Whereas, Tucker County enjoys a location within a few hours’ drive of one of the most populated cities in the eastern United States; and

Whereas, Tucker County is home to three breweries, the only cultural district authority in West Virginia, the Potomac Stone, the newly installed paragliding site at Canaan Valley Resort, the Splash Park in Parsons, and the soon-to-be Tucker County Boulder Park; and

Whereas, Tucker County is not only a year-round outdoor recreation destination, but is now emerging as an art and cultural destination, with its eccentric small towns that attract outdoor enthusiasts, artists, and beer and music lovers; and

Whereas, On the occasion of Tucker County Day at the Legislature, we hereby recognize Tucker County and its citizens for its contributions to the great state of West Virginia; therefore, be it

Resolved by the Senate:

That the Senate hereby designates February 5, 2020, as Tucker County Day at the Legislature; and, be it

Further Resolved, That the Senate extends its sincere gratitude and appreciation to the many important contributions the citizens and businesses of Tucker County make to the state of West Virginia; and, be it

Further Resolved, That the Clerk is hereby directed to forward a copy of this resolution to the appropriate representatives of Tucker County.

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